What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at University RE via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Croydon to Cardiff?

The distance between Croydon and Cardiff is 161 miles. The road distance is 155.5 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Croydon to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Cardiff bus from?

Croydon to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Cardiff train from?

Croydon to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Croydon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 15m, you could also fly, which costs £310 - £600 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Croydon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Croydon to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Croydon to Cardiff train arrive?

Croydon to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Cardiff is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Croydon to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Croydon to Cardiff?

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Croydon to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Croydon to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h
£73–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 15m
£32–81
Drive 154.6 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Cardiffcar 154.6 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 26m
£53–185
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 20m
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 54m
£317–591
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 11m
£298–520
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LHR - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 9m
£76–267

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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